If someone told you that you were losing $900 a year over a simple scheduling error, you’d probably feel pretty irritated. Unfortunately, it could be true! The American Dental Association found that the average insurance benefit is an annual $1,250 per person, but that most people only use around $323. That’s over $900 each person could be using for dental care that’s simply gone, and one of the main reasons is failing to schedule early enough in the year. Also, there’s a common misconception that insurance rolls over, but it’s actually a “use it or lose it” situation. And since everyone needs high-quality dental care for a healthy smile, you may as well use it! Keep reading to learn some interesting facts about dental insurance and how you can get the most from your plan.